1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 293 kg more than 1998 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Zeta | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2885 mm |
